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"This year so many families, like my own, will have an empty seat at their dinner table and friends will no longer be able to share the celebratory hug after Eid prayers," Prince Charles says.
Prince Charles is deeply saddened by the impact of the coronavirus pandemic
The 72-year-old royal reflected on how the tragic situation has seen so many families lose their loved ones, and acknowledged the recent death of his father Prince Philip - who passed away aged 99 last month - when he discussed how hard it is to have an empty seat at [the] dinner table 12 May 2021
In a video message to British Muslims to mark the end of Ramadan, he said: âThe last year I know has been deeply challenging for us all, and I am only too aware of the impact of the pandemic on the Muslim community.
Prince Charles moving words about Prince Philip s empty chair
He spoke poignantly about his recent loss Mark CuthbertGetty Images
Following the very sad death of his father, Prince Philip, recently, Prince Charles has paid tribute to him on a couple of occasions. Now, the Prince of Wales has again reflected on his loss in a new video message for the Naz Legacy Foundation, shared to celebrate Eid and the end of Ramadan.
Drawing parallels between his own life and those of others who have also lost a loved one during the pandemic, Charles said in his speech, I just wanted to convey my heartfelt best wishes to all who celebrate this festival. The last year I know has been deeply challenging for us all, and I am only too aware of the impact of the pandemic on the Muslim community.